Status:
valid
Authors:
A.Cunn.
Source:
ksu
Year:
1838
Citation Micro:
Ann. Nat. Hist. 1: 215 (1838)
WFO Identifier:
wfo-0000716599
Common Names
- Hedycarya Angustifolia
- Narrow-leaved Hedycarya
- Narrow-leaved Hedycary
Synonyms
- Hedycarya australasica A.DC. [unknown]
- Hedycarya australasica angustifolia (R.Cunn.) A.DC. [unknown]
- Hedycarya cunninghamii Tul. [unknown]
- Hedycarya dentata australasica Sond. [unknown]
- Hedycarya pseudomorus F.Muell. [unknown]
- Hedycarya macrophylla A.Cunn. [unknown]
Description
Hedycarya angustifolia (also called Narrow-leaved hedycarya, among many other common names) is a shrub native to Australia. It grows in dry, rocky areas and is characterized by its narrow leaves and small, white flowers.
Uses & Benefits
Hedycarya angustifolia is used as an ornamental plant in gardens and is also used for medicinal purposes. It is known to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties and is used to treat various ailments such as colds, coughs, and fever.
Flower, Seeds and Seedlings
Hedycarya angustifolia has small, white, star-shaped flowers that are borne in clusters. The seeds are small and dark brown in color. The seedlings are small and have a single, long, narrow leaf.
Cultivation and Propagation
Hedycarya angustifolia is a perennial herbaceous plant that can be propagated by seed or division. It prefers a partially shaded location and well-drained soil. It can be grown in containers or in the garden. Water regularly during the growing season and fertilize with a balanced fertilizer. Cut back stems in late winter to encourage new growth.
Where to Find Hedycarya angustifolia
Hedycarya angustifolia is native to Australia.
Hedycarya angustifolia FAQ
What is the scientific name of Hedycarya angustifolia?
Hedycarya angustifolia
What is the common name of Hedycarya angustifolia?
Narrow-leaved Hedycarya
What is the natural habitat of Hedycarya angustifolia?
Dry grasslands and rocky hillsides
Species in the Hedycarya genus
Hedycarya alternifolia,
Hedycarya angustifolia,
Hedycarya aragoensis,
Hedycarya arborea,
Hedycarya badaunii,
Hedycarya chrysophylla,
Hedycarya cupulata,
Hedycarya denticulata,
Hedycarya dorstenioides,
Hedycarya engleriana,
Hedycarya erythrocarpa,
Hedycarya loxocarya,
Hedycarya neoebudica,
Hedycarya parvifolia,
Hedycarya perbracteolata,
Hedycarya rivularis,
Hedycarya symplocoides,
Hedycarya baudouinii,
Species in the Monimiaceae family
Austromatthaea elegans,
Carnegieodoxa eximia,
Decarydendron helenae,
Decarydendron lamii,
Decarydendron perrieri,
Decarydendron ranomafanense,
Ephippiandra domatiata,
Ephippiandra madagascariensis,
Ephippiandra masoalensis,
Ephippiandra microphylla,
Ephippiandra myrtoidea,
Ephippiandra perrieri,
Ephippiandra tsaratanensis,
Faika villosa,
Grazielanthus arkeocarpus,
Hedycarya alternifolia,
Hedycarya angustifolia,
Hedycarya aragoensis,
Hedycarya arborea,
Hedycarya badaunii,
Hedycarya chrysophylla,
Hedycarya cupulata,
Hedycarya denticulata,
Hedycarya dorstenioides,
Hedycarya engleriana,
Hedycarya erythrocarpa,
Hedycarya loxocarya,
Hedycarya neoebudica,
Hedycarya parvifolia,
Hedycarya perbracteolata,
Hedycarya rivularis,
Hedycarya symplocoides,
Hedycarya baudouinii,
Hemmantia webbii,
Hennecartia omphalandra,
Hortonia floribunda,
Hortonia ovalifolia,
Hortonia angustifolia,
Kairoa suberosa,
Kairoa endressiana,
Kairoa villosa,
Kairoa cromeana,
Kibara royenii,
Kibara roemeri,
Kibara rosselensis,
Kibara shungolensis,
Kibara sleumeri,
Kibara sudestensis,
Kibara warenensis,
Kibara versteeghii,